The Jetten cabinet has decided to scrap the recently approved wealth tax (Box 3) legislation just one and a half weeks after its passage. The decision follows widespread criticism of the proposed tax changes.
Minister Sjoerdsma recently negotiated a difficult and costly deal to secure support for the Dutch cabinet's policies. This situation serves as an expensive lesson for the government and highlights the political challenges facing the Prime Minister in the months ahead.
Minister of Housing Elanor Boekholt-O’Sullivan stated that additional measures are needed to address a nearly 20 billion euro deficit facing Dutch housing corporations. While coalition plans exist to fund housing construction and sustainability, calculations suggest these measures currently only solve the shortfall in theory.
A female driver crashed into a business premises on Muiderslotweg in Haarlem during a parking maneuver on Friday afternoon. The incident caused significant damage to the building's facade.
Housing Minister Elanor Boekholt-O’Sullivan stated she will not currently confront municipalities that are failing to meet legal requirements for housing refugees with residency permits. She is currently working on new agreements with local governments and believes public criticism would be inappropriate during these ongoing negotiations.
A police-escorted convoy at Dam Square in Amsterdam caused initial confusion on Wednesday, appearing to be a state visit but actually serving the Kinderbeestfeest charity event. Shortly after, a Thai delegation including the sister of the King of Thailand arrived at the Bijenkorf department store for the Amazing Thailand Fest 2026.